What Is My Purpose In BB?

"Go back for God, not the Boys. They will leave some day."

Thanks Eu Jin for the advice. 

Bethany Hamilton - The One Arm Legend

Soul Surfer is a movie that was inspired by the life of a modern day Christian hero, Bethany Hamilton, who lost her right arm to a shark attack when she was young. By the grace and empowerment of God, Bethany later became a world-class surfer with only one arm. Really hope I can get my hands on the DVD soon, haha.

His Name Is Darryl Sw

Cycled with Darryl Sw yesterday for a total of 70km to places like Upper Thomson, Orchard Road BBHQ, Singapore Flyer, Shenton Way, Marina Barrage and Bugis Street. Was an incredible experience though it was quite scary to cycle on the road along all the cars. And I learnt one thing - Never ever cycle in the rain. Bought a new bike with Chuen last Saturday. Let me formally introduce my new wife - Cannondale Trail 6.0.

Thank God for Sw as he taught me about the traffic, route and safety guidelines that advocated my survival, haha. This young gentlemen, whom I have known and trusted for many years, is unbelievably gifted by God. Sw teaches me how to play, fix and tune my guitar countless of time and advises me on numerous issues related to bicycles. Great and well-respected brother in Christ. Forgive me, brother, if I ask you for help too much.

Jeremiah 1:5 says, "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations."

1993-2005: God Is No Where

2005-To present: God Is Now Here

Graduation. Exams. Shopping. Prom. Chalet. Night Cycling.

Two Years with the AWEsome Class 1031A have come to an END.

Tonkat Alif is working now. Han is in Taiwan now. Kate is in Vietnam now. THE Chuen is in New Zealand now. Max and Van are working soon. I'm heading to China soon. Sigh, seems like everyone will be busy. Cant wait to see my class again next year. May the LORD's presence abide in our future endeavors.
"Where we are going always reflects where we come from."

Pandan+Egg+Cream+Durian+Chocolate

White chocolate with green tea

Durian Puff

Durian Pudding

Durian Pancake

Durian & Crunchy Hazelnut Tartlet

Royal Chocolate Crunchy Hazelnut

Tampopo & Cold Stone Bonanza with Class 1031A

Went to Liang Court with Chuen to eat lunch yesterday.
We ordered Tampopo's Signature Ramen with extra slices of black char siew.
Best local ramen I've ever been served.

Followed by a shopping spree (first time ever) with Max, palatable dinner with the ladies and ended off the evening with a dashing oreo overload from Cold Stone.

Proverbs 27:5 says, "Better is open rebuke than hidden love."

Beautiful girl with beautiful smile. Drew got eliminated from X-factor today. Gifted with a voice that has the magic to touch and transform lives. But that aint the reason why I decided to blog about her. The beautiful thing she did was she said this, "Jesus Christ loves you guys. That is the reason I am here in the first place." I was amazed by her courage. I would love to buy her albums for my kids next time.

Genesis 1:20 says, "And God said, “Let the water teem with living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth across the vault of the sky."

I always visit Fruit*Paradise at Vivocity whenever I go to Harbor Front.
They offer incredible flavours and variety of pastries.
Ranging from Naval Orange Chocolate, Mango Strawberry, Nutty Caramel, Green Tea Tiramisu, Mango Banana, Mixed Berries Chocolate Tart to Caramel Banana Flavour Tart.

It's a dream come true, old friend : )

1 Peter 2:13 says, "Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human authority: whether to the emperor, as the supreme authority,"

"The problem with churches today is that they are more concerned with entertaining the goats than in feeding the sheep."
~Adapted from Renfred's Facebook Wall~

Mark 8:36 says, "What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul?"

Uncle Oliver gave me a homework.

"What of God did I see during this A level season?"
Time for Evaluation

I Hear His Whisper saying, "It's more than that, son."

People have been asking me, "Do I aim to become an Officer when I serve my National Service?" Sometimes I get really excited when I ponder about the lessons that I would learn in OCS, the women that I would invite for social night and how others would view me if I were to become an Officer. But thankfully, God has been impressing upon my heart that going to army is much more than all these.

I always hear people saying (and I must admit that I do entertain some of these negative connotations at times) that NS is boring, it makes one a scatterbrain, "training si bei jia lat", "Sergeant jin sui leh", "the pay so low sia", "damn sian lor," "cant play Dota" etc. How immature can guys get? These information may be true but I pray that God will allow me to use the two years wisely and for His glory. I am grateful that God has taught me that a huge element of NS is really about protecting the young and old in our nation. Eventually, we will be learning how to take another life in order to save one's life.

That's why now I am no longer concerned about whether I would become an Officer, a Commando (which I really really wanted but I believe God has a good reason to close that door for me and I do not doubt His decision), a Sergeant, a Ranger, a Best Recruit or whatsoever. I simply pray that God will give me the maturity to go in with an open mind and be serious about being equipped with the necessary skills to protect the sovereignty and independence of Singapore.

To God Be The Glory

James 1:19 says, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,"

"It is better to keep quiet and let people think

we're a fool than to open our mouth and remove all doubts."
By Kenny Fam

Mark 2:9 says ,"Which is easier: to say to this paralyzed man, ‘Your sins are forgiven,’ or to say, ‘Get up, take your mat and walk’?"

"Unforgiveness is like you eating poison and hoping the other guy dies."

By Mark Gungor

1 Peter 2:8 says, "A stone that causes people to stumble and a rock that makes them fall."

"Humility is not talking less of yourself but talking about yourself less."

By Max Lucado

Psalms 139:10 says, "even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast."

"Until today, He's still holding on to me."

Romans 8:5b says,"but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires."

One week left before mankind slay the Immortal A levels. 11.11.11

Romans 8:5a says, "Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires;"

Exactly 2weeks left.

2 Kings 6:17a says ,"And Elisha prayed, “Open his eyes, LORD, so that he may see."

2 Kings 6:17b says "Then the LORD opened the servant’s eyes,

and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha."

2 Kings 6:16 says, "Don’t be afraid,” the prophet answered. “Those who are with us are more than those who are with them."

In 1952, Florence Chadwick attempted to swim the chilly ocean waters between Catalina Island and the California shore. She swarm through foggy weather and choppy seas for fifteen hours. her muscles began to cramp, and her resolve weakened. She begged to be taken out of the water, but her mother, riding in a boat alongside, urged her not to give up. She kept trying but grew exhausted and stopped swimming. Aids lifted her out of the water and into the boat. They paddled a few more minutes, the mist broke, and she discovered that the shore was less than a half mile away. "All I could see was the fog," she explained at a news conference. "I think if I could have seen the shore, I would have made it."

Don't make the mistake of Florence Chadwick. Stay at it!
Stay in the water. Stay in the race. Stay in the fight.

Psalm 34:8 says, "Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in him."

"Wise words given at the wrong time can do more harm than good."
In the midst of A levels, sometimes it's really difficult to help people struggling around me. A friend who is pondering of suicide, a friend who is fighting his addiction on smoking, a friend who can't sleep at night due to insomnia and friends who are falling ill and weak...

I am no God.
Friends, I can only help you 'this' much.
But I know God can do far more to comfort and to strength. He is God.

Romans 9:21 says, "Does not the potter have the right to make out of the same lump of clay some pottery for noble purposes and some for common use?"

God made food; Food makes people smile : )
Same ingredients, different recipe, divine taste.

Isaiah 30:21 says,"Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.”

Less than 50 days left before the Great Holiday that I've been waiting for.

So many things I wish I could possibly do (If only He allows):

(i) Intensive Discipleship Training with Uncle Oliver
(ii) Resume Bible Study with Jie and Ree (plus new Joshua)(iii) Buy a Road Bike and cycle with Mung/Sw/Tee
(iv) Bake with Aunt Annabelle : )(v) Hang out with LIFE and Class 1031A(vi) Attend (some) AQ training and BB parades/camps
(vii) Join Team REDextreme
(viii) TAWG

Proverbs 19:21 says, "Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails."

The first true living moment of my life was the day I accepted Jesus as my LORD and Savior. The last moment would be the day my future, present and former BB Boys, Primers and Officers wear their full uniforms to attend my funeral. People will remember me not for the good I've done but for the good that God has done through this one life I walk.

Proverbs 29:25 says, “Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is kept safe.”

Went cycling with Terrence and Wei Jie on Friday evening to a Mcdonalds restaurant behind Lighthouse Evangelical. Studied from 12am till 2.30am. It's my first time studying with my BB Boys and having night cycling. More than merely. Saturday evening. Had a Prayer Run 5km with Hao Jun, Mr.Eric Wong, Aunty Arlene & Mavis, followed by Frisbee with my BB Boys. I just realized Mr.Wong, Josh, James & Jerome are really good with frisbee. Truly, a good evening spent with this family.

Proverbs 16:25 says, "There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death."

Indulging in worldly pleasures is like drinking saltwater. You will keep drinking but never satisfied. It's never too late to make a fresh start with God.

Hebrews 6:19 says, "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure..."

The good battle of A levels has just began. I pray that God will grant 31A the wisdom to manage their time and resources well to give their very best and leave the rest to Him. It's good to keep fighting!

1 Kings 19:12 says, "After the earthquake came a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper."

Living for Jesus beyond the spiritual high

2 Chronicles 7:14 says,"if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways..."

You've brought me from ashes to glory and ever since from glory to glory. Thank you, O LORD! Now you have given me 95 more days before the war begins. Woe to me if thy servant squanders his remaining resources and turns from thee.

1 Samuel 16:7 says, "The LORD does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart."

Do not let the future affect your present. It will compromise the quality of your service. Thank you Sarah and LIFE for the celebration of my Birthday.

Deuteronomy 28:2 says,"All these blessings will come on you and accompany you if you obey the LORD your God."

I have lost in every single race I compete in.. but I am not upset at all : )
God designed me not to win physical races but the race of life

Matthew 24:35 says, “Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away.”

Recently, God has been teaching me not to judge other Christians who may be weaker in faith and struggle to walk with God daily. I used to judge Ram--y privately as a hypocrite who smokes. Down the road, I realized that his dad left his family and his mom locked him out of the house one period of time. He had to sleep along dark corridors in his school uniform and small bagpack. That explains the bitterness in him and his struggle in walking close with God.

"O LORD, please shower me with an attitude of grace and understanding towards others."

Psalm 103:12 says, "As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us."

Thank God that Li Quan came for service today and for the conversation we had. I pray that God will continue to move his heart and draw him into His presence. In His time

"If I had not failed Founders, I would not have met you, brother."

Luke 12:19 says, "And I’ll say to myself, “You have plenty of grain laid up for many years. Take life easy; eat, drink and be merry."

Comfort and Glory is not what I seekLuke 12:20-21 continues to say, “But God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be demanded from you. Then who will get what you have prepared for yourself?’ "This is how it will be with whoever stores up things for themselves but is not rich toward God.”